2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2620 mm |
